Boost to Military Reform in Georgia
Fresh cooperation with the United States gives Tbilisi the opportunity to improve its armed forces.
Islam's Psychological Comfort for Kyrgyz Women
Once the preserve of rural communities, imams are now providing counselling in urban areas.
Georgia Gears Up for Parliamentary Elections
Analysts predict a fierce struggle ahead as most voters are undecided.
Pressure Mounts on Tajik Army
Dushanbe wants to boost its defence forces, but people simply don’t want to join up.
Being Gay in Azerbaijan
LGBT people routinely face violence and abuse by officials and their own families.
Kazak Zoo Scandal Highlights Animal Rights
The plight of a female tiger has caught public attention and raised hopes for change.
Turkey's Armenians Face Delicate Balance
The ethnic group are periodically expected to express their loyalty.
Ashgabat's Immaculate White Marble Façade
Grand architecture aims to reinforce national identity, but the human reality is different.
Yet Another Amnesty in Azerbaijan
Observers warn that the crackdown on dissenters continues.
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Harsh Victory at Position X
Commitment, sacrifice and luck secured a vital early win in the south-eastern campaign, but can Ukrainian forces press on?
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Life in the Shadows for Armenia’s Transgender Community
Recent murder highlights widespread discrimination and violence against LGBTI people.
Interview: The War on Disinformation
Open source intelligence (OSINT) can provide facts – but impatient, angry audiences often prefer opinions.